Teaching Assistant - Secondary School - Merton

£93-£100 per day PAYE - Full time and long term - Temp to Perm

Date Posted: Thursday 23 April 2026

, Ref: 12412

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Secondary School (Merton)

September 2026 Start Date

Full-Time and Long-Term / Temp to Perm Opportunity 

£93 - £100 per day(Dependant on experience) PAYE

Merton, South West London

 

An exceptional Secondary School in Merton is looking for Teaching Assistants to join their supportive leadership team on a long-term basis. This is an exciting opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who wants to be part of of a well-established SEND department and drive inclusive practice across the school.

The school is easily accessible via direct train links from London Victoria and London Bridge.

From the moment you step into this setting, you can see their unwavering commitment to pupils. They are proud champions of their young people and demonstrate their inclusive vision in action.

About the school: 

  • Supportive SEND department, led by SEND senior leaders
  • Lego therapy, ELSA, and speech and language are utilised in the school
  • Strong emphasis on staff wellbeing, including HR support and a wellbeing initiative
  • Regular staff social events and wellbeing activities

Where do you fit in:

  • Working with SEND pupils can be unpredictable; you must have a can-do attitude and be a positive light in what can be a challenging role
  • This role will require patience, understanding, adaptability, and a proactive approach 

Why you should apply:

  • A long-term career, working with SEND/SEMH pupils
  • Being part of a supportive and dedicated team, where you feel valued 
  • Supportive and values-driven leadership team
  • Internal training/CPD opportunities 
  • Competitive salaries 

Parker Smith Inclusion is a specialist SEND agency that partners with schools to match SEND educators to the right role and school. If you have SEND experience and are looking for a new role, please don't hesitate to reach out and apply. 

Reach out to Jamie Martinez at Parker Smith Inclusion to hear about more SEND Teaching Assistant, Teaching Assistant or Behaviour Mentor opporuntiies in Merton, South West London.

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